Moths are sensitive indicators of the health of the natural environment and a vital part of the food chain; something which didn’t escape the attention of Gilbert White as early as the 18th Century. On Friday 13th October, and the following morning, we participated in the national celebration of moths

The silver-striped hawk-moth, a migrant moth, may be heading our way over the next few nights to feed on our ivy… Join our Moth Night, and let’s see what we can find! We cant promise a Silver-striped Hawk-moth but we’re sugaring some trees and putting out some lights as well

It is a truth universally acknowledged that we all love a little Jane Austen, including us! On Friday 27th October we will be hosting an evening with Jane Austen, between 6pm and 9pm. Although Gilbert White may have missed meeting his most famous literary neighbour it hasn’t stopped the museum

Here’s our top ten things to do in October! Visit our Pop-Up Cafe! Whilst we wait for new cafe to open in April we are delighted to welcome our new pop-up tea parlour! The same great food, slightly less fancy china! Plus you can learn all about Gilbert White whilst

This Half-Term we will be getting very autumnal with a week of Autumn themed activities and workshops! Throughout the week visitors will be able to take a sketching kit with them for free and are challenged to sketch what they see, this runs from Saturday 21st till Sunday 29th. On

Here are ten things to do this Autumn at Gilbert White’s House 1. See the Show The trees are already turning and the hanger always gives a beautiful display of colour. Make sure you visit the garden at see it! Say farewell for now to Frank! The Frank Oates gallery

We love Bat Walks (we really do) so we’re over the moon to be holding another on Wednesday 13th ! The walk starts at 7pm and costs £10 to join. Nik Knight from the Hampshire Bat Group will guide us into the Hanger woodland, following the Zig Zag path to

Ever looked up into the night sky and wished you knew more about what you were looking at? We’re delighted to announce that we’re running a five week long astronomy course from the 21st September with Solent Tuition Network. In this course led by Dan Rourke, you will be able

Tips for September Summer is over the new academic year is here, but there’s still plenty to enjoy this September. 1. Enjoy some Canine Capers! We’re starting the Autumn off with a celebration of our four legged friends! Our Dog show on the 3rd is totally free and lots of

Ever wanted to see what’s not on display at Gilbert White’s House? What’s in Store is a once a year opportunity to visit the house for free whilst see a range of objects not usually on display! The event on the 7th September is part of Heritage Open Days and